Geriatric Medicine Department Waiting Times in Canterbury

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a geriatrician is

7 weeks

That's nearly 2 months

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. There are currently 249 people waiting to see a geriatrician, with a typical wait of about nearly 2 months. 88% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

88 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
249
people on the waiting list
23 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see a geriatrician is about 8 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 60th out of 114 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 12th out of 17 in South East

What does Geriatric Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Falls assessment and prevention
Dementia assessment
Frailty management
Mobility problems
Medication review
Delirium investigation
Osteoporosis
Continence assessment
End-of-life care planning

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard — ask to be connected to the department.

Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
01227 766877
NHS Kent And Medway Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Geriatric Medicine waiting time at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Geriatric Medicine waiting time at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is about 7 weeks.

How does East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Geriatric Medicine?

You can compare Geriatric Medicine waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.